PARIS — In a bold fusion of politics, performance art, and mild panic, the French government has announced the launch of its new state-funded reality series, “The Prime Minister”, a live reality show where cabinet reshuffles, resignations, and scandals unfold like a prestige drama.
The idea came after Sébastien Lecornu quit, returned, and quit again — all in one week. “We realized we were sitting on content gold,” said a government spokesperson. “It’s like Succession, but with more paperwork.”
Each episode features gripping arcs like “Vote of Confidence: Reloaded” and “Finance Minister Forgets the Password to the Economy.” Viewers can even subscribe to Élysée+, offering ad-free access and bonus confessionals from ministers explaining why they’re not to blame.
Critics call it “Black Mirror meets C-SPAN,” while fans praise it as “the only French series that actually delivers tension.” Early merch sales — including “I Survived Season 1” mugs and scented candles called Fiscal Responsibility — have already outperformed the national rail budget.
Rumors suggest that Netflix has already expressed interest in a spin-off titled “Macron’s Last Term: The Musical”, while the opposition parties are reportedly preparing their own rival series, “France’s Next Top Leader”.
Season finale spoilers suggest three resignations, one plot twist, and at least one minister saying, “This time I really mean it.”